When is Thanks Pets Day?

Thanks Pets Day is observed every year on November 22.

What other anniversaries fall on November 22?

November 22 is also "Good Couple Day (Ii Fūfu no Hi)", "Pairs Day", "Button Day". See the November 22 page for details.

November 22

Thanks Pets Day

Q: What is Thanks Pets Day?

Thanks Pets Day is an annual observance in Japan, held every year on November 22. What Is Thanks Pets Day? November 22nd is "Thanks Pets Day" in Japan. It was established by P2 and Associates Inc., a pe

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What Is Thanks Pets Day?

November 22nd is "Thanks Pets Day" in Japan. It was established by P2 and Associates Inc., a pet-related business based in Shime, Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture, and is certified by the Japan Anniversary Association. The date is a wordplay on animal sounds: 11 for a dog's "wan-wan" (woof woof) and 22 for a cat's "nya-nya" (meow meow).

The Day of "Woof Woof, Meow Meow"

This day is meant for thanking the pets who share our lives and bring us joy, fun, and sometimes even a sense of purpose, and for thinking about a healthy relationship between people and animals. Following the wordplay, it is also sometimes called "Wan-wan Nyan-nyan Day."

Established by: P2 and Associates Inc.
Date origin: a dog's "wan-wan" (11) and a cat's "nya-nya" (22)
Nickname: "Wan-wan Nyan-nyan Day"
Purpose: to show gratitude to pets and think about the proper relationship between people and animals
Hopes: that every pet can be happy, and that people also think about wildlife and the natural environment

Showing Thanks a Little More Specially Than Usual

The company suggests showing gratitude to pets on this day by playing with them more than usual, taking a longer walk, or giving them a few extra of their favorite treats. November 22nd is also "Good Couples Day" in Japan, making it a day when you may want to treasure time with the whole family.

Tips for Marking This Day

Take a longer walk or spend more time playing together
Prepare a slightly special portion of their favorite treat
Look back through photos of your pet and the time you've shared
Swap pet photos with your coworkers

Say "Thank You" to the Family You Live With

Pets are precious family members who bring smiles and comfort to our daily lives. November 22nd is a day to appreciate their warmth and think about a better relationship between people and animals.